neurological

Idiopathic intracranial hypertension

intracranial (IIH), previously known as pseudotumor cerebri and intracranial hypertension, is a condition characterized by increased intracranial pressure without a detectable cause. The main symptoms are headache, vision problems, ringing in the ears, and shoulder pain. may include vision loss.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Headache, vision problems, ringing in the ears with the heartbeat

How it's found

·Based on symptoms, lumbar puncture, brain

Treatment

·Healthy diet, salt restriction, exercise,

Complications

·Vision loss

Outlook

·Variable

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